| GCMA – Globally Certified Medical Assistant | Recognized in multiple countries; training and competency standards aligned with WHO guidelines; mobility to work across international healthcare systems. | Recognized only within issuing country; follows that nation’s healthcare regulations and scope of practice. |
| GCST – Globally Certified Surgical Technologist | Meets international sterile technique and surgical safety protocols; eligible for work in global hospitals and surgical centers. | Certification valid only nationally; standards may differ from global best practices. |
| GCPCT – Globally Certified Patient Care Technician | Trained to provide patient care across various cultural and healthcare settings; competencies meet global patient safety standards. | Skills and procedures based on national guidelines; may require retraining for international practice. |
| GCPT – Globally Certified Phlebotomy Technician | Complies with global specimen handling, infection control, and biohazard transport regulations; recognized internationally. | National specimen handling and infection control standards may differ; limited to domestic use. |
| GCPRT – Globally Certified Pharmacy Technician | Knowledge of international drug regulations, labeling standards, and cross-border pharmacy practices. | Limited to national formulary, drug labeling, and pharmacy law. |
| GCDMS – Globally Certified Diagnostic Medical Sonographer | Imaging protocols align with international diagnostic standards; enables work in global hospitals and clinics. | Standards vary by country; limited recognition outside issuing nation. |
| GCDA – Globally Certified Dental Assistant | Training includes global infection control, dental material standards, and patient communication for diverse populations. | Follows national dental regulations and material use; may not meet foreign standards. |
| GCET – Globally Certified EKG Technician | Certified to conduct EKG testing using equipment and protocols recognized internationally. | National protocols and equipment familiarity only; may require adjustment abroad. |
| GCRT – Globally Certified Radiology Technician | Radiologic safety, imaging techniques, and equipment operation meet international guidelines. | National radiation safety and imaging rules; limited recognition overseas. |
| GCMSST – Globally Certified Multi-Skilled Surgical Technologist | Trained in multiple surgical specialties with international sterile and patient safety standards; adaptable in diverse operating room settings. | Multi-skilled role defined differently in each country; national recognition only. |
